• The most patently sci-fi work of Antoine Volodine to be translated into English.
• Skilfully blends elements of science fiction, magical realism and political commentary.
• Fantastical, unsettling and sometimes funny, the novel calls to mind the best works of David Mitchell.
• Volodine is one of France's most pioneering authors, known for his astute political observations and intelligent writing
• Much like Fernanda Pessoa, he writes under numerous heteronyms that leave his identity intriguing to readers.